I have had this medal for a long time and I believe it to be original but someone questioned that origianlity at a recent gun show. Any opinions?
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Interesting. There were 4 types with many variations, but the bottom of this one is nothing like I've seen before.
See this link for a view of all the types:
http://soviet-awards.com/orders13.htm#order16Comment
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I agree. The best English reference available today. It's a little out dated and a few things not correct, but overall a very good book.Originally posted by RichieC View PostComment
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I have the McDanial and Schmitt book. You are referencing the Order of the Badge of Honor. This is the Order of Honor which was awarded from 1988 through 1991. It is different than the Order of the Badge of Honor.Comment
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Right again. I guess I'm not up on post War USSR medals.
http://soviet-awards.com/orders14.htm#order17Comment
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Order of honor
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order of honor
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Your medal doesn't have the seperate lettering soldered to it, but cast into it...although it IS original....I have a 6 digit version with seperate lettering, but same maker(and no rivets).
Later medals like yours have become desirable as they are near the end of the awarding...so best check into that before you price this one...best wishes, i think that guy was trying to sheister you.Comment
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Looks like a good award! I like it...
Here is the link provided by Komandir RKKA and translated in English
http://translate.google.com/translat...2FOZnPoch5.htmComment
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